Which component is NOT typically required to provide a terminal for connecting an equipment grounding conductor?

In a grounding and bonding context, light fixtures are generally not required to have a dedicated terminal for connecting an equipment grounding conductor. The primary purpose of an equipment grounding conductor is to ensure electrical safety by providing a path for fault current to flow back to the ground, reducing the risk of electric shock or fire.

While other components, such as switches, receptacles, and metal junction boxes, must have an appropriate grounding connection to ensure safety in electrical systems, light fixtures often rely on the ground connection provided through the electrical box or the fixture mounting system instead of having a separate terminal. This reliance on the overall system for grounding rather than requiring a distinct terminal is why light fixtures do not typically need one for the equipment grounding conductor.

This understanding highlights the importance of knowing the requirements specific to various components in grounded systems to ensure compliance with safety codes and standards.